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referred to as 'NMEA HS' in the plotter configuration menu). You may also need to enable the display
of AIS targets in the chart options.
Connection to a PC or Mac
If you choose to use a PC or Mac with suitable charting software to display received AIS messages as
other vessels, this can be accomplished by connecting the USB connector directly to the PC or Mac.
Your PC may require USB software drivers to connect to the AIS receiver and these can be found on
the CD included with the product.
3.2 Installation procedures
Before beginning installation of your AIS receiver, please ensure you have the necessary additional
items as detailed in Section 3.1. It is strongly recommended that you read all of the instructions in
this manual prior to installation.
If after reading this manual you are unsure about any element of the installation process, please
contact Humminbird Customer Service for advice.
The following sections explain the installation process step by step for each of the main elements of
the system.
Step 1 - Installing the AIS receiver
Please note the following guidelines when selecting a location for your AIS receiver:
• The AIS receiver must be fitted in a location where it is at least 0.5m from a compass.
• There should be adequate space around the AIS receiver for routing of cables. See Figure 5 for
details of the AIS receiver dimensions.
• The ambient temperature around the AIS receiver should be maintained between -25°C and +55°C.
• The AIS receiver should not be located in a flammable or hazardous atmosphere such as in an
engine room or near to fuel tanks.
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